What does tile-effect steel roofing cost in 2026, and how do you compare quotations?

The price list dated 28 October 2026 quoted PLN 35.00 net for a panel with a 25 µm polyester coating, or PLN 43.05 including 23% Polish VAT. At 0.798 m² of cover per module, that is about PLN 43.86 net or PLN 53.95 gross per m² covered. For orientation, at EUR 0.23145 per PLN on 14 November 2026, the panel costs approximately €8.10 net or €9.96 gross. The corresponding figures per m² of cover are €10.15 and €12.49.

These figures describe one finish and format on the stated date. A different order quantity, discount, colour or delivery can change a quotation. Confirm availability and use the cover area of the actual module you intend to buy.

Divide the price per panel by its effective cover area. Here the net calculation is PLN 35.00 ÷ 0.798 m². Keep the full cover area in the calculation and round the result at the end. You can then compare it with the price per square metre of cover for a cut-to-length sheet.

If a sheet is priced per square metre of overall area, establish how much of that area actually covers the roof. The overlap uses material you also pay for. A lower figure per overall square metre can work out dearer per covered square metre. Record the unit beside every price.

In the same list, the 35 µm matt polyester finish was PLN 39.00 net per panel, about €9.03 at the stated rate. The 55 µm polyurethane version was PLN 51.00 net, about €11.80 per panel. These examples show the price difference for that format and those particular finishes.

Choose a higher-priced coating when its documented resistance suits the site and the surface finish you need. Read the warranty conditions and the property actually covered. Coating thickness alone is insufficient to compare different coating technologies.

The installed cost depends on the layout. Cut-to-length sheets can work well on long, straight slopes. Short modules can simplify delivery and reduce certain cutting losses on a roof with many small sections. The cutting plan, accessories and installation time determine the total alongside the material price.

Price both formats on the same roof drawing with comparable steel and coating. Otherwise part of the price difference may be due to a different finish. Ask for the quantities to be ordered and the layout that justifies them. A flat waste allowance can distort an estimate for an irregular roof.

Include flashings, ridges, fixings and other accessories specified in the design. Add the layers beneath the sheets and preparation of the substrate. For refurbishment, allow for removal and disposal of the old covering. Rainwater drainage, roof access and snow guards may also be required.

Some flashings are priced by length or by their developed dimensions. Accessories may be sold individually. Multiplying roof area by the sheet price therefore covers only part of the work. The quotation should identify exclusions and who will supply the remaining items.

Delivery charges can depend on order value, distance and material format. Long sheets need a suitable vehicle and unloading arrangements. Establish whether the price covers delivery to the plot and what access the driver needs. Freight can represent a substantial share of a small order.

The example uses the standard Polish VAT rate on materials purchased separately. Certain residential construction services may be taxed differently. Check the rate and taxable amount for the actual supply and compare the final amounts including tax.

Check the quotation expiry date, colour availability and payment terms. Find out when the price becomes binding and what can alter it. A price list gives a reference point, while an order fixes quantities and delivery terms. Keep the complete quotation so you can trace any changes.

Request the price per square metre of effective cover, the total for materials with accessories and the gross total delivered to site. Include the cutting layout so each supplier is pricing the same roof.

Read the unit, coating specification and scope alongside the price. The dated example shows how to check the arithmetic. For your order, use quotations covering the same work and compare the total installed cost.